Maritime Pipe Field Engineer

Senesco Marine, LLC • North Kingstown, RI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pipe Field Engineer will serve as a critical link between engineering and production teams at Senesco Marine for all vessel piping systems. This role focuses on creating and supporting piping build strategy, coordinating piping system routing, and supporting the construction, installation, testing, and commissioning of marine piping systems aboard vessels. The ideal candidate is results‑oriented, proactive, and capable of working in a dynamic shipyard environment, utilizing extensive field and shipyard piping experience to support new‑build and repair projects on time and on budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marine or mechanical engineering (or equivalent high‑level shipyard piping experience).
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in shipyard new‑build or major vessel modification projects, with a strong emphasis on piping systems.
• A minimum of 5 years supporting piping construction, fabrication, or craft management (including subcontractor oversight).
• Proven record of supporting projects executed on time and on budget.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; familiarity with ShipConstructor or similar marine design software preferred.
• Strong understanding of marine piping systems, materials, fabrication methods, testing, and installation practices.
• Ability to interpret and apply ABS and U.S. Coast Guard rules and regulations related to piping systems.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work independently in an active shipyard environment.

Nice To Haves

• familiarity with ShipConstructor or similar marine design software

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in the development of piping build strategy for new‑build and modification projects.
• Follow up on piping installation progress and identify opportunities to improve construction sequencing and schedule performance.
• Provide production guidance and piping‑specific problem solving during construction.
• Update piping drawings to reflect field changes and ensure compliance with design standards.
• Create and maintain accurate piping as‑built drawings and redlines.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to interpret piping design intent and resolve technical piping issues.
• Work closely with production supervisors, foremen, and piping craft leads to ensure proper routing, installation, and fit‑up of piping systems.
• Support construction and installation of marine piping systems including fuel, ballast, hydraulic, cooling, bilge, and auxiliary systems.
• Ensure piping work complies with ABS and USCG requirements.
• Provide input related to piping material selection, take‑offs, sourcing, and purchasing support.
• Plan and verify routing for piping systems, accounting for structure, access, clearances, and coordination with other trades.
• Provide on‑site technical support during piping installation, testing, flushing, and commissioning phases.
• Assist with resolution of interferences between piping, structural, HVAC, and electrical systems.
• Ensure all piping work meets ABS, USCG, and Senesco Marine standards.
• Review and revise piping drawings for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with specifications.
• Support inspections, pressure testing, system turnover, and quality documentation.
• Address discrepancies between piping design and field conditions promptly to minimize rework and schedule impacts.
• Suggest improvements to piping layouts, drawings, sequencing, or work practices to improve efficiency and reduce rework.
• Support safe and efficient shipyard piping installation practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior